Economist Justin Wolfers joins the podcast to talk about President Trump’s unprecedented attempt to remove Dr. Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve Board Governor, as part of his effort to consolidate total control over the economy. Justin and Colin also discuss the administration’s reckless trade wars and how President Trump’s agenda is weakening the economy and increasing prices.

Former Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor joins the podcast to talk about the latest negotiations to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. Ambassador Taylor and Colin also discuss Russian President Vladimir Putin’s motivations in this conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit with European leaders to the White House, and how the United States’ lack of influence in these negotiations undermines America’s standing across the globe.

Emily Gee, senior vice president for Inclusive Growth at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the podcast to talk about how Donald Trump is harming the U.S. economy. Emily and Colin also discuss rising prices, how Donald Trump’s One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act guts Medicaid and food assistance, and this administration’s efforts to conceal vital economic data because they don’t like the numbers.

Colette Delawalla, the founder and executive director of Stand Up for Science, joins the podcast to talk about how the Trump administration’s cuts to scientific research undermine American innovation. Colette and Colin also talk about the larger ramifications for what appears to be an increasingly fragile U.S. economy and how to fight back. 

Jesse Lee, political communications expert and senior adviser at Climate Power, joins the podcast to talk about the Epstein files and the devastating impact of President Donald Trump’s economic agenda. Jesse and Colin also talk about breaking through in this media environment and how to fight back. 

Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D-TX) joins the show to discuss the national implications of Donald Trump and Republicans’ radical ploy to further erode democracy in Texas and how to fight back in this political moment. Colin also talks with Daniella about the origin story and history of the Tent and bids her farewell as she departs the Center for American Progress Action Fund for a new adventure.

Emma Brown, executive director of Giffords, joins the podcast to talk about the rise of political violence in America and stemming the spread of gun violence. Colin and Muggs also discuss MAGA’s meltdown over the Jeffrey Epstein files and Donald Trump’s flip-flopping on Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine.

 Jack Cocchiarella, political commentator and host of "The Jack Cocchiarella Show," joins the podcast to talk about Gen Z voters and the new media ecosystem. Daniella and Colin also discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will cost ordinary Americans and growing divides in the MAGA coalition. 

Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Neera Tanden, CEO of the Center for American Progress Action Fund, discuss a new vision for the Democratic Party. They also talk about how to fight back against Republicans’ efforts to shrink America’s middle class and ways to strengthen our democracy.

Kimberly Atkins Stohr joins the show to talk about this Supreme Court term and the far-right direction of the court. Colin and guest host Muggs Leone also discuss the devastating impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Zohran Mamdani’s (D) successful primary race for New York City mayor.